BLM video was risky: Here’s what sold MahomesBLM video was risky: Here’s what sold Mahomes
Star players speaking out on major social issues isn’t a given in the NFL, but Mahomes’s interest in doing so on this particular one makes sense.
Day: June 9, 2020
Wallace: NASCAR needs to ban Confederate flagsWallace: NASCAR needs to ban Confederate flags
NASCAR has come out against racial inequality, but Bubba Wallace, its most prominent black driver, would like it to take a harder stance on a divisive symbol.
Bubba Wallace on Confederate flags at races: “Get them out of hereâ€Bubba Wallace on Confederate flags at races: “Get them out of hereâ€
Bubba Wallace told CNN that Confederate flags should be barred at NASCAR races because “no one should feel uncomfortable when they come to a NASCAR race.”
How and why the NFL said it: Black Lives MatterHow and why the NFL said it: Black Lives Matter
Roger Goodell’s historic statement wasn’t just the result of player pressure. It was years in the making and included many unsung heroes behind the scenes.
NBA has a plan, but also a long list of questions that could burst its bubbleNBA has a plan, but also a long list of questions that could burst its bubble
As the NBA tries to figure what the rest of the season looks like, it has encountered threads that lead in all kinds of unexpected directions.
Hornets view not playing in Orlando as ‘major disadvantage’Hornets view not playing in Orlando as ‘major disadvantage’
The Charlotte Hornets won’t be among the 22 teams headed to Orlando when the NBA season returns – and that has coach James Borrego concerned about his young, developing team falling behind the rest of the league. The Hornets, who are owned by Michael Jordan, are one of eight teams awaiting guidance from the league on what they’ll be allowed to do on their own while other teams resume play at the Disney sports complex on July 31. The layoff means Hornets players could go more than eight months between playing in meaningful games after the league shut down in March following the coronavirus outbreak.
Epstein says Cubs planning to create diversity committeeEpstein says Cubs planning to create diversity committee
The Chicago Cubs are creating a diversity committee to help improve the organization’s standards and practices. Owner Tom Ricketts and President of Business Operations Crane Kenney are leading the plans, according to President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein. The recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery have sparked protests across the country.
Report: If NBA players leave Orlando bubble, they’ll face 10-day quarantineReport: If NBA players leave Orlando bubble, they’ll face 10-day quarantine
There are legitimate concerns about forcing players to remain contained.
Epstein: MLB’s hiring practices need to changeEpstein: MLB’s hiring practices need to change
Theo Epstein issued one of the most wide-ranging statements about racial injustice and police brutality that we’ve seen from a MLB front office.
Thompson’s status unclear until Warriors are back togetherThompson’s status unclear until Warriors are back together
The Golden State Warriors expect to have a better idea about how Klay Thompson’s recovery from reconstructive left knee surgery is going once the team can finally reconvene after the long separation caused by the coronavirus pandemic. For now, general manager Bob Myers is encouraged Thompson has experienced no setbacks during the extensive rehabilitation process. Thompson tore the ACL in his left knee on June 13 during Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Toronto Raptors and had surgery July 2.